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Sinopsis
Most people interact with their council at some point in their lives, yet few understand how local government actually works.
Understanding Councils and Local Government provides a practical guide to the structure, responsibilities, decision making processes, finances, governance arrangements, and accountability mechanisms that shape local authorities across England.
Written in clear and accessible language, this book explains what councils do, how they are organised, how decisions are made, how services are funded, and how residents can engage effectively with local government. It explores the different types of councils, the roles of councillors and officers, council budgets, public participation, regulation, oversight, and the challenges facing modern local authorities.
Whether you are trying to understand a planning decision, a housing issue, council tax, social care services, environmental services, or simply want to know how your local council operates, this book provides the knowledge needed to navigate local government with confidence.
Inside you will learn:
- What local government is and why it matters
- The different types of councils in England
- What services councils provide
- How councillors, officers, cabinets and committees work
- How councils are funded and how budgets are set
- How decisions are made and scrutinised
- How councils are regulated and held accountable
- How residents can influence local government
- The most common problems residents face
- The future challenges facing local authorities
This book will appeal to:
- Residents wanting to understand their council
- Tenant and resident association members
- Housing advocates and community campaigners
- New councillors and prospective councillors
- Local government officers
- Housing professionals
- Complaint handlers and investigators
- Students studying public administration or local government
- Advice workers and support organisations
- Anyone interested in how local communities are governed
Part of the Resident Rights Series, this guide helps readers understand not only how councils work, but also how to engage with local government effectively, hold public bodies accountable, and play an informed role in local democracy.
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Callum West is an experienced complaints and customer resolution professional who has spent many years working across local government, social housing, and ombudsman services. Throughout his career, he has investigated complaints, reviewed service failures, and helped organisations improve the way they respond to residents. His work has given him a detailed understanding of council services, complaint procedures, ombudsmen, tribunals, and the practical challenges people face when trying to resolve problems with public bodies.
Through his writing, Callum aims to make complex processes easier to understand by explaining them in clear, straightforward language. He believes that people are more likely to achieve fair outcomes when they understand their rights, know what evidence to gather, and follow the correct procedures. His books focus on providing practical guidance that readers can use with confidence, helping them navigate public services and hold organisations accountable when standards fall short.
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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Most people interact with their council at some point in their lives, yet few understand how local government actually works.Understanding Councils and Local Government provides a practical guide to the structure, responsibilities, decision making processes, finances, governance arrangements, and accountability mechanisms that shape local authorities across England.Written in clear and accessible language, this book explains what councils do, how they are organised, how decisions are made, how services are funded, and how residents can engage effectively with local government. It explores the different types of councils, the roles of councillors and officers, council budgets, public participation, regulation, oversight, and the challenges facing modern local authorities.Whether you are trying to understand a planning decision, a housing issue, council tax, social care services, environmental services, or simply want to know how your local council operates, this book provides the knowledge needed to navigate local government with confidence.Inside you will learn:¿ What local government is and why it matters¿ The different types of councils in England¿ What services councils provide¿ How councillors, officers, cabinets and committees work¿ How councils are funded and how budgets are set¿ How decisions are made and scrutinised¿ How councils are regulated and held accountable¿ How residents can influence local government¿ The most common problems residents face¿ The future challenges facing local authoritiesThis book will appeal to:¿ Residents wanting to understand their council¿ Tenant and resident association members¿ Housing advocates and community campaigners¿ New councillors and prospective councillors¿ Local government officers¿ Housing professionals¿ Complaint handlers and investigators¿ Students studying public administration or local government¿ Advice workers and support organisations¿ Anyone interested in how local communities are governedPart of the Resident Rights Series, this guide helps readers understand not only how councils work, but also how to engage with local government effectively, hold public bodies accountable, and play an informed role in local democracy. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9798235518469
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